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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which discusses topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest evolvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOC courses are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that e-learning technology organizations are having to deal with today because elearning technology is improving so fast. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can institutions be assured that the quality of instruction provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants certify that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Saint Pierre and Miquelon to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can educators manage low learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a expanding desire to comprehend how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other participants desire to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open education initiatives. Researchers want to gain an understanding of how massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this increasing demand for data the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This new book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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